1 1/2 tbsp oil

3 tbsp chopped garlic

2 tbsp finely sliced shallots

2 tsp cumin seeds

1 tsp shrimp paste

1 1/2 tbsp thai red curry paste

14 oz coconut milk

1 tbsp fish sauce

2 tsp sugar

small handful shredded basil

4 kaffir lime leaves or tbsp shredded lime zest

1 lb raw prawns,shelled and devoined

a handful f fresh coriander leaves

heat the wok  until very hotadd the garlic, shallots and cumin seeds and stir fry fr 5 minutes or until well toasted.then add the shrimp paste and curry paste and stir fry for 2 minutes

now add the coconut milk, fish sauce,sugar, basil and lime or zest. reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

add the prawns and cook for 5 minutes,stirring from time to time.add the coriander leaves and give the mixture a good stir.

serve……..